Chief Executive Officer (HK NGO)

HK NGO is hiring
Role Purpose:

The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for leading the organisation’s mission, strategy, and operations, with a core focus on building and sustaining strong relationships with the HKSAR Government and public sector stakeholders.
Reporting to the Board, the CEO will ensure the organisation remains a trusted partner to government, delivers high‑quality public services, and operates to the highest standards of governance, transparency, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Government & Public Sector Relations
  • Serve as the primary interface with HKSAR Government bureaux and departments, statutory bodies, and district‑level stakeholders
  • Build and maintain long‑term, trusted relationships with senior government officials
  • Represent the organisation in policy consultations, advisory committees, and public forums
  • Ensure alignment with government priorities, funding frameworks, and service agreements
  • Navigate public accountability, compliance, and regulatory requirements with confidence and credibility

Strategic & Organisational Leadership
  • Set and drive the organisation’s long‑term strategy in line with its mission and public role
  • Lead organisational development, service enhancement, and transformation initiatives
  • Translate public policy directions into effective, community‑level service delivery

Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • Work closely with the Board to ensure strong governance, ethical standards, and accountability
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable Hong Kong legislation, funding conditions, and regulatory requirements
  • Oversee risk management, internal controls, and reputational stewardship

People & Culture Leadership
  • Lead and develop a senior management team capable of operating in a complex public‑sector environment
  • Foster a professional, service‑oriented culture grounded in integrity and public trust
  • Oversee workforce planning, succession, and leadership development

Financial & Operational Oversight
  • Ensure prudent financial management, sustainability, and effective use of public and donated funds
  • Oversee large‑scale operations across multiple service units and locations
  • Maintain strong systems for performance management and service quality

Requirements:
  • Former senior HKSAR Government official (e.g. Director / Deputy Director / Permanent Secretary level), or
  • CEO / Executive Director of a sizeable NGO, statutory body, or publicly funded organisation
  • Demonstrated experience working closely with government, policy bodies, or public funders
  • At least 25 years of work experience


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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Charities & Not For Profit
Location
HongKong
Specialism
Professional Practice
Ref:
1286626

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Joe Lam, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Hong Kong
6604-06,66/F, ICC, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon

Telephone: 22307932

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